2006 Jaguar XJ vs. 2010 Audi S8
To start off, 2010 Audi S8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XJ. (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 484 kg more than 2010 Audi S8.
Because 2010 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi S8. (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XJ | 2010 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Audi |
| Model | XJ | S8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 90 L |
